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OPERATION OF
INSTRUMENTS

AND CONTROLS—

Chapter 1-1
Overview of instruments
and controls
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Instrument panel overview
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Instrument cluster overview
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Indicator symbols on the
instrument panel
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  • Page 1: And Controls

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Part 1 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS— Chapter 1-1 Overview of instruments and controls Instrument panel overview Instrument cluster overview Indicator symbols on the instrument panel WWW.MANUALS.WS...

  • Page 2: Instrument Panel Overview

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Instrument panel overview 1. Side vent 2. Side defroster outlet 3. Instrument cluster 4. Personal lights 5. Electric moon roof switches and interior lights 6. Glovebox 7. Power window switch and power door lock switch 8. Ashtray 9. Cup holder 10.
  • Page 3 WWW.MANUALS.WS 1. Headlight and turn signal switch 2. Wiper and washer switches 3. Emergency flasher switch 4. Clock 5. Center vents 6. Car audio 7. Miscellany box 8. Air conditioning controls 9. Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers switch 10.

  • Page 4: Instrument Cluster Overview

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Instrument cluster overview 1. Service reminder indicators or 4. Engine coolant temperature gauge 7. Trip meter reset knob indicator lights 5. Fuel gauge 8. Speedometer 2. Tachometer 6. Trip meter 3. Odometer and two trip meters WWW.MANUALS.WS...

  • Page 5: Indicator Symbols On The Instrument Panel

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Indicator symbols on the instrument panel Open door warning light* Brake system warning light * SRS airbag warning light* Turn signal indicator lights Seat belt reminder light* Headlight high beam indicator light Discharge warning light* Over-drive indicator light Low oil pressure warning light* Cruise control indicator light* Malfunction indicator light* : For details, see “Service reminder indicators and warning...

  • Page 6: Operation Of Instruments And Controls

    Electric moon roof trunk or luggage compartment when you by a Toyota dealer using the key number. have your vehicle parked, leave the sub- You should also put a copy of the key Convertible top key with the attendant.

  • Page 7: Side Doors

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Side doors Driver’s side LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH IN- SIDE LOCK KNOB Insert the key into the keyhole and turn Move the lock knob. To lock: Push the knob forward. To lock: Turn the key forward. To unlock: Pull the knob backward.

  • Page 8: Side Windows

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Power windows— —Power window precautions —Side windows LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH CAUTION POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH Push the switch. To avoid serious personal injury, you To lock: Push the switch on the front side. must do the following. D Always make sure the head, hands To unlock: Push the switch on the rear and other parts of the body of all side...
  • Page 9 WWW.MANUALS.WS OPERATING THE PASSENGERS’ WIN- DOWS Use the switch on each passenger’s door. The driver’s door also has a switch that controls the passengers’ window. The window moves as long as you hold the switch. To open: Pull down the switch. To close: Push up the switch.
  • Page 10 WWW.MANUALS.WS —Quarter windows Trunk lid (coupe and convertible)/ —Lock release lever (convertible) Back door (liftback)— The windows can be operated with To open the trunk lid or back door from To open the trunk lid or back door switches on the center console. the outside, insert the master key and from the driver’s seat, pull up on the turn it clockwise.

  • Page 11: Luggage Security System

    WWW.MANUALS.WS —Luggage security system Hood This system deactivates the lock re- 2. After closing the trunk lid or back To open the hood, do the following. lease lever so that things locked in the door, insert the master key and turn it 1.

  • Page 12: Fuel Tank Cap

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Fuel tank cap 2. In front of the vehicle, pull up on the 3. Hold the hood open by inserting the 1. To open the fuel filler door, pull the auxiliary catch lever and lift the hood. support rod into the slot. lever up.

  • Page 13: Electric Moon Roof

    D Make sure the cap is tightened se- curely to prevent fuel spillage in case of an accident. D Use only a genuine Toyota fuel tank cap for replacement. It has a built- in check valve to reduce fuel tank vacuum.
  • Page 14 WWW.MANUALS.WS Convertible top— —Convertible top precautions To operate the moon roof, use the CAUTION CAUTION switches beside the interior light. The moon roof works when the ignition D When raising or lowering the con- To avoid serious personal injury, you switch is in the “ON”...

  • Page 15: Lowering The Convertible Top

    WWW.MANUALS.WS —Lowering the convertible top B Do not raise or lower the convert- ible top when the temperature is below 5 A C (41 A F), or damage to the top material or rear window may re- sult. If necessary to do so, warm the vehicle in a heated garage prior to operating the convertible top mechanism.
  • Page 16 WWW.MANUALS.WS INSTALLING THE TOP BOOT 4. Secure the top boot snaps to the 5. Attach the fastener tape on the top ones on the quarter trim. boot to that on the rear seatback. The top boot is used to cover and conceal the completely lowered convertible top.
  • Page 17 WWW.MANUALS.WS —Raising the convertible top REMOVING THE TOP BOOT 2. Release the top boot snaps from the 3. Pull out the outer edge of the top quarter trim. boot from under the body moldings. 1. Push the top boot backward to sep- Put the removed top boot in the plastic arate its fastener tape from the tape be- bag and store it in the trunk.

  • Page 18: Raising The Convertible Top

    WWW.MANUALS.WS RAISING THE CONVERTIBLE TOP 5. Push the latch handles fully forward till they are hooked. The ignition switch must be in the “ON” position to operate the convertible top. Visually check that the latch handles are fully seated in the strikers. Also, pull on 4.
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  • Page 20: Head Restraints

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Seat belts— Head restraints —Seat belt precautions Toyota strongly urges that the driver and passengers in the vehicle be properly re- CAUTION strained at all times with the seat belts D Adjust the top of the head restraint provided. Failure to do so could increase...
  • Page 21 Injured person. Toyota recommends the D Inspect the belt system periodical- use of a seat belt. Depending on the injury, ly. Check for cuts, fraying, and first check with your doctor for specific loose parts.

  • Page 22: Seat Belts

    It also may lock your Toyota dealer. Do not use the if you lean forward too quickly. A slow, seat until the seat belt is fixed. It WWW.MANUALS.WS easy motion will allow the belt to extend, cannot protect an adult occupant and you can move around freely.

  • Page 23: Seat Belt Extender

    If your seat belt cannot be fastened se- curely because it is not long enough, a CAUTION personalized seatbelt extender is avail- D High-positioned able from your Toyota dealer free of lap belts and charge. loose-fitting belts both could in- Please contact your local Toyota dealer...

  • Page 24: Srs Airbags

    D If the seat belt does not function normally, immediately contact your Toyota dealer. Do not use the To connect the extender to the seat seat until the seat belt is fixed. It The SRS (Supplemental Restraint Sys- belt, insert the tab into the seat belt...
  • Page 25 WWW.MANUALS.WS However, this threshold velocity will be considerably higher if the vehicle strikes an object, such as a parked vehicle or sign pole, which can move or deform on im- pact, or if it is involved in an underride col- lision (e.g.
  • Page 26 WWW.MANUALS.WS In a severe frontal impact, sensors detect deceleration and the system triggers the airbag inflators. Then a chemical reaction in the inflators momentarily fills the air- bags with non-toxic nitrogen gas to help restrain the forward motion of the occu- pants.
  • Page 27 WWW.MANUALS.WS CAUTION D The SRS airbag system is designed only as a supplement to the prima- ry protection of the seat belt sys- tems of the driver and front passen- ger . The front seat occupants are particularly susceptible to injury if they do not wear their seat belts;...
  • Page 28 WWW.MANUALS.WS D Do not allow a child to stand up, D Do not put objects on or in front of D Do not sit on the edge of the seat the dashboard or steering wheel or to kneel on the front passenger or lean over the dashboard when pad that houses the airbag system.
  • Page 29 WWW.MANUALS.WS NOTICE Do not perform any of the following changes without consulting your Toyota dealer. Such changes can interfere with proper operation of the SRS airbag system in some cases. A Installation of electronic items such as a mobile two-way radio,...

  • Page 30: Child Restraint- -Child Restraint Precautions

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Child restraint— —Child restraint system —Child restraint precautions Toyota strongly urges the use of child A child restraint system for a small D Toyota strongly urges use of a restraint systems for children small child or baby must itself be properly...

  • Page 31: Types Of Child Restraint System

    Toyota dealer. CRS installation kit (Part No. 04731-22012) WWW.MANUALS.WS —contains 1 bolt, 3 types of spacers and 1 locking clip.
  • Page 32 WWW.MANUALS.WS —Installation with 3-point type seat belt (A)INFANT SEAT INSTALLATION An Infant seat is used in rear-facing only. WWW.MANUALS.WS...
  • Page 33 WWW.MANUALS.WS 1. Run the lap and shoulder belt through D Do not use a rear-facing child re- or around the infant seat following the in- CAUTION straint system in the rear seat if it structions provided by its manufacturer interferes with the lock mecha- D Never use rear-facing child re- and insert the tab into the buckle taking nism of the front seats.
  • Page 34 D If the seat belt does not function normally, it cannot protect your child from injury. Contact your Toyota dealer immediately. Do not 2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it 3. While pressing the infant seat firmly use the seat until the seat belt is in the lock mode.
  • Page 35 WWW.MANUALS.WS 4. To remove the infant seat, press the (B)CONVERTIBLE SEAT INSTALLA- buckle-release button and allow the belt CAUTION TION to retract completely. The belt will move A convertible seat is used in forward- Push and pull the child restraint sys- freely again and be ready to work for an facing and rear-facing depending on tem in different directions to be sure...
  • Page 36 WWW.MANUALS.WS D Only D Do not use a rear-facing child re- when it is unavoidable CAUTION should a forward-facing child re- straint system in the rear seat if it straint system be used on the front interferes with the lock mecha- D Never use a rear-facing child re- seat.
  • Page 37 D If the seat belt does not function normally, it cannot protect your child from injury. Contact your Toyota dealer immediately. Do not 1. Run the lap and shoulder belt through 2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it...
  • Page 38 WWW.MANUALS.WS 3. While pressing the convertible seat 4. To remove the convertible seat, press firmly against the seat cushion and seat- the buckle-release button and allow the CAUTION back, let the shoulder belt retract as far as belt to retract completely. The belt will it will go to hold the convertible seat se- Push and pull the child restraint sys- move freely again and be ready to work for...
  • Page 39 WWW.MANUALS.WS 1. Sit the child on a booster seat. Run (C)BOOSTER SEAT INSTALLATION the lap and shoulder belt through or CAUTION A booster seat is used in forward-facing around the booster seat and child follow- only. Only when it is unavoidable should ing the instructions provided by its a forward-facing child restraint sys- manufacturer and insert the tab into the...
  • Page 40 Contact your D Always make sure the shoulder Toyota dealer immediately. Do not belt is positioned across the cen- use the seat until the seat belt is ter of child’s shoulder. The belt fixed.
  • Page 41 —Top strap anchors and WWW.MANUALS.WS locations (Coupe on liftback only) If your child restraint system requires Coupe—On the filler panel behind the rear seat the use of a top strap, latch the hook onto the anchor bracket and tighten a. Using the illustration as a guide, run your fingers across the trim of the filler the top strap.
  • Page 42 If your child restraint system does not pro- vide any of the necessary parts, ask you Toyota dealer. (See “—Child restraint sys- tem.”) Liftback (right seat)—On the luggage compartment floor a. Using the illustration as a guide, un- cover the anchor by rolling back the car- pet on the luggage compartment floor.

  • Page 43: Tilt Steering Wheel

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Tilt steering wheel CAUTION D Do not adjust the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving. D After adjusting the steering wheel, try moving it up and down to make sure it is locked in position. Liftback (left seat)—On the luggage To change the steering wheel angle, compartment wall hold the steering wheel, pull up the...
  • Page 44 WWW.MANUALS.WS Tilt steering wheel CAUTION D Do not adjust the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving. D After adjusting the steering wheel, try moving it up and down to make sure it is locked in position. Liftback (left seat)—On the luggage To change the steering wheel angle, compartment wall hold the steering wheel, pull up the...

  • Page 45: Outside Rear View Mirrors

    WWW.MANUALS.WS —Power rear view mirror Outside rear view mirrors— control To adjust a mirror, use the switches. 1. Master switch—To select the mirror to be adjusted Place the switch at “L” (left) or “R” (right). 2. Control switch—To move the mirror push the switch in the desired direction.

  • Page 46: Anti-Glare Inside Rear View Mirror

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Anti-glare inside rear view —Folding rear view mirrors mirror The rear view mirrors can be folded To reduce glare from the headlights of backward for parking in restricted the vehicle behind you during night areas. driving, operate the lever on the lower edge of the mirror.

  • Page 47: Operation Of Instruments And Controls

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Part 1 Headlights and turn signals OPERATION OF NOTICE INSTRUMENTS AND To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not leave the lights CONTROLS— on for a long period when the engine is not running. Daytime running light system (Canada Chapter 1-4 only) Lights, Wipers...

  • Page 48: Emergency Flashers

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Emergency flashers High-low beams—For high beams, turn To turn on the emergency flashers, TURN SIGNAL the headlights on and push the lever away push the switch. To signal a turn, push the headlight/ from you (position 1). Pull the lever to- All the turn signal lights will flash.

  • Page 49: Instrument Panel Light Control

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Instrument panel light control Front fog lights NOTICE To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not leave the lights on for a long period when the engine is not running. To adjust the brightness of the instru- To turn on the front fog lights, twist the ment panel lights, turn the knob.

  • Page 50: Personal Lights

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Interior lights (without moon Interior light (with moon roof) roof) Personal lights To turn on the interior light, push the The interior lights operate separately To operate the personal light, move switch. with each outer switch. the knob. To turn the light off, slightly push the To turn on the light, push the switch on To turn on: Push the knob forward.

  • Page 51: Ignition Switch Light

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Luggage compartment light Ignition switch light Windshield wipers and washer (liftback) To turn on the windshield wipers, For easy access to the ignition switch, To turn the luggage compartment light move the lever. the ignition switch light comes on on, open the back door and push the The key must be in the “ON”...

  • Page 52: Rear Window Wiper And Washer

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Rear window wiper and washer To squirt washer fluid, pull the lever to- NOTICE ward you. Do not operate the rear wiper if the The windshield wipers will operate a cou- rear window is dry. It may scratch ple of times after the washer squirts. the glass.

  • Page 53: Rear Window Defogger

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Rear window defogger Make sure you turn the defogger off when the window is clear. Leaving the defogger on for a long time could cause the battery to discharge, especially during stop-and- go driving. The defogger is not designed for drying rain water or for melting snow.
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  • Page 55: Gauges, Meters And Service Reminder Indicators

    INSTRUMENTS AND the fuel tank immediately. The indicator lamp goes off after driving CONTROLS— several times. If the indicator lamp does not go off, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. Chapter 1-5 Gauges, Meters and Service reminder indicators...

  • Page 56: Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Engine coolant temperature Tachometer gauge D Idling for a long period with the air con- ditioning on in stop-and-go traffic. D Towing a trailer NOTICE A Do not remove the thermostat in the engine cooling system as this may cause the engine to overheat. The thermostat is designed to control the flow of coolant to keep the temperature of the engine...

  • Page 57: Odometer And Trip Meter

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Service reminder indicators Odometer and trip meter and warning buzzers These meters show the running dis- tance. Odometer—It shows the total dis- tance the vehicle has been driven. Trip meters—It shows the distances driven since the last time it was set to zero.
  • Page 58 Turn off the air conditioning, warning light on—even for one vehicle towed in for repairs. (For tow- blower, radio, ect., and drive directly to the block. It may ruin the engine. ing information, see Part 4.) nearest Toyota dealer or repair shop.
  • Page 59 “ACC” or circuit is in need of repair. Have it checked about 3 seconds, the light will go off. “ON” position or remains on. by your Toyota dealer as soon as pos- D The light comes on while driving. sible.
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  • Page 61: Ignition Switch With Steering Lock

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Ignition switch with steering Part 1 lock OPERATION OF You must push in the key to turn the key from “ACC” to the “LOCK” position. On INSTRUMENTS AND vehicles with an automatic transmission, the selector lever must be put in the “P” CONTROLS—...

  • Page 62: Automatic Transmission

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Automatic transmission WWW.MANUALS.WS Vehicles with cruise control - When the cruise control is being used, even if you downshift the transmission by turning off the over- drive switch, engine braking will not be applied because the cruise control is not cancelled. For ways to decrease the vehicle speed, see “Cruise control”...
  • Page 63 WWW.MANUALS.WS Your automatic transmission has a shift 3. Release the parking brake and brake Vehicles with cruise control—When the lock system to minimize the possibility of pedal. Depress the accelerator pedal cruise control is being used, even if you incorrect operation. This means you can slowly for smooth starting.
  • Page 64 WWW.MANUALS.WS NOTICE NOTICE CAUTION A Be careful not to overrev the en- Never shift into reverse while the gine. Watch the tachometer to vehicle is moving. Always keep your foot on the brake keep engine rpm from going into (e) Parking pedal while stopped with the engine the red zone.

  • Page 65: Manual Transmission

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Manual transmission 7A-FE engine NOTICE Low altitude -1219 m (4000 ft) or lower If you rock your vehicle, observe the gear km/h (mph) following precautions to prevent 1 to 2 or 2 to 1 (15) damage to the transmission and 2 to 3 or 3 to 2 (23) other parts.

  • Page 66: Parking Brake

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Parking brake Upshifting too soon or downshifting too Good driving practice late will cause lugging, and possibly, ping- D If it is difficult to shift into reverse, put ing. Regularly revving the engine to maxi- the transmission in neutral, release mum speed in each gear will cause exces- the clutch pedal momentarily, and then sive engine wear and high fuel consump-...

  • Page 67: Cruise Control

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Cruise control When parking, firmly apply the park- The cruise control allows you to cruise ing brake to avoid inadvertent creep- the vehicle at a desired speed over 40 ing. km/h (25 mph) even with your foot off the accelerator pedal. To set: Pull up the lever.
  • Page 68 Toyota deal- set speed. When you release it, the ve- er at the earliest opportunity.
  • Page 69 D The indicator light does not come on. D The indicator light flashes again. D The indicator light goes out after it comes on. If this is the case, contact your Toyota WWW.MANUALS.WS dealer and have your vehicle inspected.
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  • Page 71 WWW.MANUALS.WS Car audio system— Part 1 —Reference OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS— Chapter 1-7 Car audio system and Air conditioning system Type 1: AM·FM ETR radio Type 2-2: AM·FM ETR radio/cassette Car audio system player Reference Using your audio system: some basics Using your audio system: controls and features...

  • Page 72: Turning The System On And Off

    —Using your audio system: some basics This section describes some of the basic TONE AND BALANCE features on Toyota audio systems. Some For details about your system’s tone and information may not pertain to your sys- balance controls, see the description of tem.
  • Page 73 8 cm (3 in.) compact disc singles make sure it is retracted before Your compact disc player does not need driving your Toyota through an an adaptor to play compact disc singles. automatic car wash. Companct disc singles are about 8 cm (3 YOUR CASSETTE PLAYER in.) in diameter-smaller than standard...
  • Page 74 —Using your audio system: WWW.MANUALS.WS controls and features D Type 1 Details of specific buttons, controls, and features are described in the alphabetical listing that follows. WWW.MANUALS.WS...
  • Page 75 WWW.MANUALS.WS 1 2 3 4 5 6 (Preset buttons) BAL (Balance) PWR VOL (Power Volume) These buttons are used to preset and This knob lets you adjust the balance be- Push “PWR VOL” to turn the audio sys- tune in radio stations. tween the right and left speakers.
  • Page 76 Turn the knob to adjust the treble. Push the knob back into its retracted position. TUNE Tuning Your Toyota has an electronic tuning radio (ETR). Push and release the “ ” (up) or “ ” (down) side of “TUNE” to step up or down the station band.
  • Page 77 WWW.MANUALS.WS D Type 2—1 Details of specific buttons, controls and features are described in the alphabetical listing that follows. WWW.MANUALS.WS...
  • Page 78 WWW.MANUALS.WS D Type 2—2 Details of specific buttons, controls, and features are described in the alphabetical listing that follows. WWW.MANUALS.WS...
  • Page 79 WWW.MANUALS.WS D Type 2—3 Details of specific buttons, controls and features are described in the alphabetical listing that follows. WWW.MANUALS.WS...
  • Page 80 WWW.MANUALS.WS 1 2 3 4 5 6 (Press buttons) APS (Automatic program selection) (Eject Button) Type 2-3 only These buttons are used to preset and Type 2-1 and 2-3 tune in radio stations. The automatic program selection (APS) Push this button to eject a cassette. feature allows you to program your cas- To preset a station to a button: Tune in the After you turn the ignition to “LOCK”, you...
  • Page 81 WWW.MANUALS.WS The APS number you select can be higher The Dolby B NR mode reduces tape noise Dolby than the number of tracks remaining on by about 10 dB. The Dolby C NR mode re- Type 2-1 and 2-2 the current cassettte side. After the begin- duces tape noise by another 10 dB, or If you are listening to a tape that was re- ning or end of the tape is reached, the...
  • Page 82 WWW.MANUALS.WS MTL (Metal) display PWR/VOL (Power Volume) R M (Radio monitor) Type 2-3 only Type 2-2 only Type 2-3 only If a metal or chrome equivalent cassette Push “PWR VOL” to turn the audio sys- The radio monitor feature allows your to tape is put in the cassette player, the play- tem on and off.
  • Page 83 “SCAN” a second Tuning track of how much blank space it plays. time. Your Toyota has an electronic tuning radio Any time it has played about 10 seconds (ETR). To scan all the frequencies: Push “SCAN”...
  • Page 84 WWW.MANUALS.WS D Type 3 WWW.MANUALS.WS Button display for radio/cassette tape player/compact disc player...
  • Page 85 WWW.MANUALS.WS AA/DD (Track down/up button) Your audio system shows three different 1 2 3 4 5 6 (Preset buttons) button displays that changes in accor- These buttons are used to preset and By using this button, you can skip up or dance with the audio mode you have se- tune in radio stations.
  • Page 86 WWW.MANUALS.WS After the beginning of the tape is To stop the tape while it is fast forwarding, BAL (Balance) push on the up side of the track down/up reached, the player will automatically This knob lets you adjust the balance be- button or “TAPE”;...
  • Page 87 WWW.MANUALS.WS EQ (Equalizer) Dolby B C NR* Your audio system can store five different If you are listening to a tape that was re- EQ settings in its memory so that you will cored with Dolby B or C Noise Reduc- not need to readjust it every time you lis- tion, push the button marked with the ten to a different program.
  • Page 88 WWW.MANUALS.WS To cancel all of the changed EQ setting: PROG (Program) RM (Radio Monitor) Push and hold in “EQ” until you hear a Push “PROG” to select the other side of The radio monitor feature allows you to third beep. a cassette tape.
  • Page 89 Any time it has played about 10 seconds Your Toyota has an electronic tuning radio again. To select a station, push “SCAN” a of blank tape, it will automatically fast for- (ETR).
  • Page 90 “1-9”—Indicates the number of errors you have made. You may make up to nine errors, but no more! “HELP”—The number of error you WWW.MANUALS.WS can make was exceeded. The au- dio sytem is completely inoper- able. Contact you Toyota dealer.
  • Page 91 (not in your 3. Input the three digit code. 4. The three-digit code should be on the Toyota). display. You have 10 seconds to enter each digit. Push and hold in “SCAN” until the display For example, “209”:...
  • Page 92 WWW.MANUALS.WS 2. While you are holding in the “ ” side 3. Input the existing three-digit code. Changing the security code of “TUNE” push “1”. You have 10 seconds to enter each digit. 1. Turn off the audio system. The display will read “- - -”. For example, “209”: Turn the ignition key to “ACC”.
  • Page 93 5. Repeat steps 2 and 3, this time enter- erable. At this time, the anti-theft ing your new code. You can use digits “0” light also comes on. If this occurs, through “9”. contact your Toyota dealer. WWW.MANUALS.WS...
  • Page 94 WWW.MANUALS.WS 2. While you are holding in the “ ” side 3. Input the existing three-digit code. Cleaning the security code. of “TUNE”, push “1”. You have 10 seconds to enter each digit. 1. Turn off the audio system. The display will read “- - -“. For example, “209”: Turn the ignition key to “ACC”.
  • Page 95 If this occurs, Push “SCAN”. 2. While you are holding in the “ ” side of contact your Toyota dealer. The display will read “- - -”. “TUNE”, push “1”. 5. Wait for 10 seconds until the security The dispay will read “- - -”.
  • Page 96 To set the second digit: Push “2” until the light also comes on. If this occurs, digit you want appears on the display. contact your Toyota dealer. To set the third digit: Push “3” until the digit you want appears on the display.

  • Page 97: Car Audio System Operating Hints

    WWW.MANUALS.WS —Car audio system operating hints Here are some common reception prob- NOTICE lems that probably do not indicate a prob- Fading—AM broadcasts are reflected by To ensure the correct audio system lem with your radio: upper atmosphere-especially operation: night. These reflected signals can inter- fere with those received directly from the Be careful not to spill beverages Fading and drifing stations—Generally,...

  • Page 98: Caring For Your Compact Disc Player And Discs

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Use high-quality cassettes. If moisture gets into your compact disc player, you may not hear any sound Low-quality cassette tapes can cause even though your compact disc player many problems, including poor sound, appears to be working. Remove the inconsistent playing speed,...
  • Page 99 WWW.MANUALS.WS CAUTION Compact disc players use invisible laser beam which could cause haz- ardous radiation exposure if di- rected outside the unit. Be sure to operate the player correctly as instructed. A new disc may have rough edges on its inner and outer perimeter. Remove the rough edges by pressing the side of a ball-point pen or pencil against the inner and outer perimeter of the...
  • Page 100 WWW.MANUALS.WS Air conditioning system— —Controls 1. Air Flow Selector 2. Air Intake Selector 3. “A/C” Button (on some models) 4. Fan Speed Selector 5. Temperature Selector WWW.MANUALS.WS...
  • Page 101 WWW.MANUALS.WS Fan speed selector For details about air flow selector settings, see the illustration after “A/C” button. Turn the knob to adjust the fan speed – to Vehicles with “A/C” button— the right to increase, to the left to de- crease.
  • Page 102 If this happens, take your ve- hicle to a Toyota dealer for service. Air Intake selector Press the button to select the air source. An indicator light will illuminate to show which air intake mode is being selected.

  • Page 103: Air Flow Selector Settings

    WWW.MANUALS.WS —Air flow selector settings —Operating tips D To cool off your Toyota after it has been parked in the hot sun, drive with the windows open for a few minutes. This vents the hot air, allowing the air condi- tioning to cool the interior more quickly.
  • Page 104 WWW.MANUALS.WS Heating Air conditioning Defogging and defrosting For best results, set controls to: For best results, set controls to: The inside of the windshield For best results, set controls to: Fan speed—Any setting except “OFF” Fan speed—Any setting except “OFF” Fan speed—Any setting except “OFF”...

  • Page 105: Instrument Panel Vents

    WWW.MANUALS.WS —Instrument panel vents The outside of the windshield For best results, set controls to: Fan speed—Any setting except “OFF” Temperature— Towards WARM (red zone) Air intake—FRESH (outside air) Air flow—WINDSHIELD Vehicles with “A/C” button— Turning the air flow control knob to wind- shield position turns on the defroster- linked air conditioning.
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  • Page 107: Other Equipment

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Part 1 Clock OPERATION OF Once the electrical power source has been disconnected from the clock, the INSTRUMENTS time is automatically set to 1:00 (one o’clock). AND CONTROLS— When the instrument panel lights are turned on, the brightness of the time indi- cation will be reduced.

  • Page 108: Cigarette Lighter And Ashtray

    To lock: Insert the master key and turn it be in the ”ACC” position. clockwise. Do not hold the cigarette lighter pressed CAUTION Use a Toyota genuine cigarette lighter or equivalent for replacement. To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or sudden stop, WWW.MANUALS.WS always keep the glovebox door closed while driving.

  • Page 109: Auxiliary Box

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Auxiliary box Cup holder Luggage cover CAUTION D Do not place anything else on the cup holder, as such items may be thrown about and possibly injure people in the vehicle during sud- den braking or an accident. D Keep the cup holder shut when not in use.
  • Page 110 WWW.MANUALS.WS When you open the back door, the lug- gage cover tilts up for easy access to the luggage compartment. For additional luggage space, unhook the cords and lift the cover out of the retain- ers. WWW.MANUALS.WS...

  • Page 111: Floor Mat

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Floor mat Use a floor mat of the correct size. CAUTION If the floor mat has a hole, then it is de- signed for use with a locking clip. Fix the floor mat and locking clip into the hole in Make sure the floor mat is properly the floor carpet.

  • Page 112: Information Before Driving Your Toyota

    1600 km (1000 miles) can add To help prevent gas station mixups, your YOUR TOYOTA to the future economy and long life of your Toyota has a new smaller fuel tank open- ing. The special nozzle on pumps with un- vehicle: Break-in period leaded fuel will fit it, but the larger stan- D Do not drive over 88 km/h (55 mph).

  • Page 113: Gasolines Containing Alcohol

    This is no cause If you use gasohol in your Toyota, be for concern. sure that it is unleaded, has an octane FUEL TANK CAPACITY...

  • Page 114: Operation In Foreign Countries

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Operation in foreign countries Three-way catalytic converters If you plan to drive your Toyota in The three-way catalytic converter is an emission control device installed in another country... the exhaust system. First, comply with the vehicle registration The purpose is to reduce pollutants in the laws.

  • Page 115: Engine Exhaust Cautions

    Toyota Maintenance cooling system to force outside Schedule. For scheduled mainte- WWW.MANUALS.WS air into the vehicle.

  • Page 116: Engine Oil Consumption

    A new engine consumes more oil, since its sume some engine oil during normal Toyota recommends that the oil level be pistons, piston rings and cylinder walls have engine operation. The causes of oil checked every time you refuel the vehicle.

  • Page 117: Brake Booster

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Brake system TANDEM MASTER CYLINDER BRAKE D Even if the power assist is com- Effective way to press the “ABS” brake SYSTEM pletely lost, the brakes will still pedal: When the anti-lock brake system The tandem master cylinder brake sys- work.
  • Page 118 Have your vehicle checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. WWW.MANUALS.WS Type B...

  • Page 119: Brake System

    D For better fuel economy, do not carry Have your Toyota dealer perform the bed- unneeded weight. ding-down. CAUTION D To prevent luggage or packages The brake pad wear limit indicators on...

  • Page 120: Your Toyota's Identification- -V Ehicle Identification Number

    Do not load the vehicle beyond the through the windshield from outside. vehicle capacity weight specified in This is the primary identification number Part 8. for your Toyota. It is used in registering the ownership of your vehicle. WWW.MANUALS.WS...

  • Page 121: Engine Number

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Theft prevention labels —Engine number (except for Canada) The engine number is stamped on the Your new vehicle carries theft preven- engine block as shown. tion labels which are approximately 56 mm (2.20 in.) by 16 mm (0.63 in.). The purpose of these labels is to reduce the incidence of vehicle thefts by facilitat- ing the tracing and recovery of parts from...

  • Page 122: Suspension And Chassis

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Suspension and chassis Types of tires Determine what kind of tires your ve- CAUTION CAUTION hicle is originally equipped with. 1. Summer tires D Do not mix summer and all season Do not modify the suspension/ Summer tires are high-speed capability tires on your vehicle as this can chassis with lift kits, spacers, cause dangerous handling charac-...
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  • Page 124: Starting And Driving

    WWW.MANUALS.WS How to start the engine— Part 3 Before starting the engine (a) Before cranking STARTING AND 1. Check the area around the vehicle be- 1. Apply the parking brake firmly. fore entering it. 2. Turn off unnecessary lights and acces- DRIVING 2.

  • Page 125: Tips For Driving In Various Conditions

    See “If your vehicle will not start” in Part 4. while lightly pressing the brake pedal with the parking brake pulled. If they WWW.MANUALS.WS still do not work safely, pull to the side of the road and call a Toyota dealer for assistance.

  • Page 126: Winter Driving Tips

    If you are not sure about cause the vehicle to spin or skid. which oil to use, call your Toyota dealer- he will be pleased to help. Keep the door locks from freezing.

  • Page 127: Trailer Towing

    This product is available at your Toyota dling, performance, braking, durability dealer and most auto parts stores. Follow Some of the things you might put in the ve- and driving economy (fuel consumption, the manufacturer’s directions for how...
  • Page 128 It also includes 5S-FE engine 907 kg (2000 lb.) D Toyota recommends removing the the weight of any special equip- Exceeding this weight is dan- trailer hitch whenever you are not tow- ment installed on your vehicle.

  • Page 129: Maintenance

    BREAK-IN SCHEDULE D Never tap into your vehicle’s hy- NOTICE D Toyota recommends that you do not draulic system as it would lower its Do not use axle-mounted hitches as tow a trailer with a new vehicle or a ve- braking effectiveness.

  • Page 130: Trailer Towing Tips

    WWW.MANUALS.WS D Check that your rear view mirrors con- D Crosswinds and rough roads will ad- avoiding sharp or prolonged turning. form to any applicable federal, state/ Have someone guide you when back- versely affect handling of your vehicle provincial or local regulation. If not, ing to reduce the risk of an accident.

  • Page 131: How To Save Fuel And Make Your Vehicle Last Longer, Too

    WWW.MANUALS.WS How to save fuel and make your vehicle last longer, too D Because of the added load of the trail- 1. With the transmission in “P” position Getting more kilometers/mileage from a li- er, your vehicle’s engine may overheat (automatic) or the clutch pedal depressed ter/gallon of fuel is easy-just take it easy.
  • Page 132 WWW.MANUALS.WS D Avoid continuous speeding up and D Keep the bottom of your vehicle slowing down. Stop-and-go driving free from mud, etc. This not only wastes fuel. lessens weight but also helps prevent D Avoid unnecessary stopping and corrosion. D Keep your vehicle tuned-up and in braking.
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  • Page 134: In Case Of An Emergency

    If the light is O.K., but the engine still will not start, it needs adjustment or repair. If the convertible top does not Call a Toyota dealer or qualified repair raise or lower shop. If you lose your keys...

  • Page 135: Jump-Starting Procedure

    CAUTION If the engine still will not start, it needs ad- JUMP STARTING PROCEDURE justment or repair. Call a Toyota dealer or D Batteries contain sulfuric acid 1. If the booster battery is installed in qualified repair shop for assistance.
  • Page 136 WWW.MANUALS.WS Connecting point for 7A-FE engine 4. Make the cable connection in the or- c. Connect the clamp of the negative der a, b, c, d. (black) cable to the negative (-) terminal on the booster battery. a. Connect the clamp of the positive (red) jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal d.

  • Page 137: If Your Engine Stalls While Driving

    WWW.MANUALS.WS If your engine stalls while If your vehicle overheats driving (7A-FE engine) Do not connect it to or near any part that If your engine stalls while driving If your engine coolant temperature moves when the engine is cranked. gauge indicates overheating, if you 1.
  • Page 138 4. If the coolant is leaking, stop the en- hicle and turn on your emergency flash- coolant is leaking, stop the engine imme- gine immediately. Call a Toyota dealer for ers. Put the transmission in “P” (automat- diately. Call a Toyota dealer for assis- assistance.

  • Page 139: If You Have A Flat Tire

    WWW.MANUALS.WS If you have a flat tire— 1. Reduce your speed gradually, keep- NOTICE ing a straight line. Move cautiously off the road to a safe place well away from the Do not continue driving with a traffic. Avoid stopping on the center divid- deflated tire.

  • Page 140: Required Tools And Spare Tire

    With a compact spare tire CAUTION D The compact spare tire was de- signed especially for your Toyota. Do not use it on any other vehicle. D Do not exceed 80 km/h (50 mph) when driving with the compact spare tire.
  • Page 141 WWW.MANUALS.WS 1. Get the required tools and spare tire. 1 Jack handle 2 Jack 3 Tool bag (Canada) 4 Spare tire 5 Wheel nut wrench (U.S.A.) To prepare yourself for an emergency, you should familiarize yourself with the use of the jack, each of the tools and their storage locations.

  • Page 142: Loosening Wheel Nuts

    WWW.MANUALS.WS —Removing wheel ornament —Blocking the wheel (steel wheels only) —Loosening wheel nuts 2. Block the wheel diagnoally oppo- 3. Remove the wheel ornament. 4. Loosen all the wheel nuts. site the flat tire to keep the vehicle Pry off the wheel ornament, using the bev- Always loosen the wheel nuts before rais- from rolling when it is jacked up.

  • Page 143: Positioning The Jack

    WWW.MANUALS.WS —Positioning the jack —Raising your vehicle CAUTION Never get under the vehicle when the vehicle is supported by the jack alone. 5. Position the jack at the correct jack 6. After making sure that no one is in points as shown. the vehicle, raise it high enough so that the spare tire can be installed.

  • Page 144: Changing Wheels

    WWW.MANUALS.WS —Changing wheels —Reinstalling wheel nuts 7. Remove the wheel nuts and change Before putting on wheels, remove any 8. Reinstall all the wheel nuts finger tires. corrosion on the mounting surfaces with a tight. wire brush or such. Installation of wheels Lift the flat tire straight off and put it aside.

  • Page 145: After Changing Wheels

    WWW.MANUALS.WS —Reinstalling wheel ornament —Lowering your vehicle (steel wheels only) —After changing wheels 11. Check the air pressure of the replaced tire. Adjust the air pressure to the specification designated in Part 8. If the pressure is lower, drive slowly to the nearest service station and fill to the correct pressure.

  • Page 146: If Your Vehicle Needs To Be Towed

    If towing is necessary, we recommend (a) Towing with wheel lift type truck you to have it done by your Toyota From front—Release the parking brake. dealer or a commercial tow truck ser- vice. In consultation with them, have...

  • Page 147: Emergency Towing

    (b) Using flat bed truck If towing is necessary, we recommend (c) Towing with sling type truck you to have it done by your Toyota dealer or a commercial tow truck ser- NOTICE vice. Do not tow with sling type truck, If towing service is not available in an either from the front or rear.

  • Page 148: If You Cannot Shift Automatic Transmission Selector Lever

    2. Pry up the cover with a flat-bladed Be sure to have the system checked by screwdriver or equivalent. your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. If the engine is not running, the power assist for the brakes and steering will WWW.MANUALS.WS...

  • Page 149: If The Convertible Top Does Not Raise Or Lower

    Have system edge at the center and slowly raise the checked as soon as possible at your Toyota dealer. top half way. RAISING THE CONVERTIBLE TOP MANUALLY 1. Open the trunk and remove the cov- er from the front trim. Push the manual control switch on the “MANUAL”...
  • Page 150 WWW.MANUALS.WS 5. While holding the convertible top 6. Return the manual control switch LOWERING THE CONVERTIBLE TOP against the windshield frame, push to the opposite side of the “MANUAL” MANUALLY the latch handles fully forward till they position, attach the cover, and close 1.
  • Page 151 WWW.MANUALS.WS 2. Lower all the side windows, quarter 3. Place your palms under either front 4. Return the manual control switch windows, and sun visors. Then pull convertible top side rail around it’s to the opposite side of the “MANUAL” the latch handles fully backward.

  • Page 152: If You Lose Your Keys

    WWW.MANUALS.WS If you lose your keys Many Toyota dealers can make a new key if you can give them the key num- ber. See the suggestion given in “Keys” in Chapter 1-2. If your keys are locked in the vehicle and...
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  • Page 154: Corrosion Prevention And Appearance Care

    The above signifies the necessity to keep AND APPEARANCE construction. Now, it is up to you. Proper your vehicle, particularly the underside, care of your Toyota can help ensure long- as clean as possible and to repair any CARE term corrosion prevention.

  • Page 155: Washing And Waxing Your Toyota

    We rec- ommend that the fittings and the area where the shields are installed be treated to resist corrosion. Your Toyota dealer will WWW.MANUALS.WS be happy to assist in supplying and instal- ling the shields if they are recommended...
  • Page 156 Road tar: Remove with turpentine or possible damage to the convertible cleaners that are marked safe for painted top may result. surfaces. Waxing your Toyota NOTICE Polishing and waxing is recommend- ed to maintain the original beauty of Do not use gasoline or strong your Toyota’s finish.

  • Page 157: Cleaning The Interior

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Cleaning the interior Convertible top Carpets CAUTION Use a good foam-type shampoo to Wash using mild soap suds, lukewarm clean the carpets. water and a sponge. Do not wash the vehicle floor with Begin by vacuuming thoroughly to re- water, or allow water to get into the NOTICE move as much dirt as possible.
  • Page 158 If you have any questions about the oline, etc.) or alkaline or acidic organic solvent. cleaning of your Toyota, your local To- solutions. These chemicals can A Never use organic substances yota dealer will be pleased to answer...
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  • Page 160: Vehicle Maintenance And Care

    These checks or inspections can be done WWW.MANUALS.WS er’s Guide, Owner’s Manual Supple- either by yourself or a qualified technician, ment or Warranty Booklet for complete or if you prefer, your Toyota dealer will be warranty information. pleased to do them at a nominal cost.

  • Page 161: General Maintenance

    They learn to work on Booklet for the details. to your Toyota dealer or a qualified service Toyotas before they work on your vehicle, shop immediately. It is recommended rather than while they are working on it.

  • Page 162: Inside The Vehicle

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Tire surface and wheel nuts Lights Accelerator pedal Check the pedal for smooth operation and Check the tires carefully for cuts, damage Make sure the headlights, stop lights, tail uneven pedal effort or catching. or excessive wear. See Chapter 7-2 for lights, turn signal lights, and other lights additional information.

  • Page 163: Does Your Vehicle Need Repairing

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Does your vehicle need repairing? Washer fluid Power steering fluid level Be on the alert for changes in perfor- mance, sounds, and visual tip-offs that in- Make sure there is sufficient fluid in the Check the level on the dipstick (vehicles dicate service is needed.
  • Page 164 WWW.MANUALS.WS If you notice any of these clues, take your vehicle to your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. It probably needs adjustment or repair. CAUTION Do not continue driving with the vehicle unchecked. It could result in serious vehicle damage and possibly personal injury.
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  • Page 166: Do-It-Yourself Maintenance

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Part 7 DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE— Chapter 7-1 Introduction Engine compartment overview Fuse locations Do-it-yourself service precautions Parts and tools WWW.MANUALS.WS...
  • Page 167 WWW.MANUALS.WS Engine compartment overview D7A-FE engine 1. Engine oil level dipstick 2. Power steering fluid reservoir 3. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Fuse blocks 5. Battery 6. Engine coolant reservoir 7. Electric cooling fans 8. Engine oil filler cap 9. Windshield and rear window washer fluid tank WWW.MANUALS.WS...
  • Page 168 WWW.MANUALS.WS D5S-FE engine 1. Power steering fluid reservoir 2. Engine oil filler cap 3. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Fuse blocks 5. Battery 6. Engine coolant reservoir 7. Electric cooling fans 8. Engine oil level dipstick 9. Windshield and rear window washer fluid tank WWW.MANUALS.WS...
  • Page 169 WWW.MANUALS.WS Fuse locations 1 Passenger’s side kick panel 2 Instrument panel 3 Engine compartment (left) 4 Engine compartment (front-Canada only) WWW.MANUALS.WS...

  • Page 170: Do-It-Yourself Service Precautions

    Read the sepa- where you may be exposed to fly- tor, exhaust manifold, power rate Toyota Warranty statement for details ing or falling material, fluid spray, steering fluid reservoir and spark and suggestions. etc. plug boots, etc.—will be hot. So...
  • Page 171 B Remember that battery and igni- tenance. Remember all Toyota parts are wear could result. Also backfiring designed in metric sizes, so your tools tion cable carry high currents or could cause a fire in the engine must be metric.
  • Page 172 WWW.MANUALS.WS Checking power steering fluid Checking and replacing fuses Parts (if replacement is necessary): Parts (if level is low): A Fuse with the same amperage rating A Automatic transmission fluid DEX- as original RON II or III Tools: Tools: A Screwdriver (for passenger’s side kick A Rag or paper towel panel screw) A Funnel (only for adding fluid)
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  • Page 174: Engine And Chassis

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Part 7 Checking the engine oil level DO-IT-YOURSELF CAUTION MAINTENANCE— Be careful not to touch the hot ex- haust manifold. Chapter 7-2 If the oil level is below or only slightly above the low level line, add engine oil Engine and Chassis of the same type as already in the en- gine.

  • Page 175: Engine Oil Selection

    WWW.MANUALS.WS ENGINE OIL SELECTION Oil identification marks Use API SH, “Energy-Conserving II” mul- Either or both API registered marks are tigrade engine oil or ILSAC multigrade en- added to some oil containers to help gine oil. you select the oil you should use. Recommended oil viscosity (SAE): The API Service Symbol is located any- where on the outside of the container.

  • Page 176: Checking The Engine Coolant Level

    So Do not use alcohol type antifreeze If you can find no leak, have your Toyota be sure to keep the reservoir filled. or plain water alone. dealer test the cap pressure and check for If the reservoir needs frequent refilling, it leaks in the cooling system.
  • Page 177 WWW.MANUALS.WS Checking power steering fluid (with 7A-FE engine) If the level is low, add SAE J1703 or c. Reinstall the filler cap. FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 brake fluid to the d. Remove the filler cap again and look at brake reservoir.

  • Page 178: Checking Tire Pressure

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Checking power steering fluid (with 5S-FE engine) Checking tire pressure Clean all dirt from outside of the reservoir tank and look at the fluid level. If the fluid is cold, the level should be in the “COLD” range. Similiarly, if it is hot, the fluid level should be in the “HOT”...

  • Page 179: Checking And Replacing Tires

    If your dirt or moisture could get into the valve The tires on your Toyota have built-in vehicle has been parked for at least 3 core and cause air leakage. If the caps...

  • Page 180: Rotating Tires

    Any tires which are over six years old Toyota recommends all four tires, or at must be checked by a qualified techni- least both of the front or rear tires be cian even if damage is not obvious.
  • Page 181 To equalize tire wear and help extend WHEN TO USE SNOW TIRES OR CHAINS CAUTION tire life, Toyota recommends that you rotate your tires every 12000 km (7500 Snow tires or chains are recom- D Do not drive with the snow tires in- mended when driving on snow or ice.

  • Page 182: Replacing Wheels

    This must be observed on compact spare tires, too. NOTICE Correct replacement wheels are available at your Toyota dealer. Do not attempt to use a tire chain on the compact spare tire, as it may A wheel of a different size or type may ad-...

  • Page 183: Aluminum Wheel Precautions

    1600 km (1000 miles). D When using tire chains, be careful not to damage the aluminum wheels. D Use only the Toyota wheel nuts and wrench designed for your aluminum wheels. D When balancing your wheels, use only Toyota balance weights or equivalent and a plastic or rubber hammer.

  • Page 184: Electrical Components

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Checking battery condition— Part 7 —Precautions DO-IT-YOURSELF D If electrolyte gets on your skin, CAUTION thoroughly wash the contact area. MAINTENANCE— If you feel pain or burning, get BATTERY PRECAUTIONS medical attention immediately. D If electrolyte gets on your clothes, The battery produces flammable Chapter 7-3 there is a possibility of its soaking...

  • Page 185: Checking Battery Fluid

    WWW.MANUALS.WS —Checking battery exterior —Checking battery fluid There are two types of batteries: Main- NOTICE tenance type and non-maintenance A Be sure the engine and all acces- type. sories are off before performing A non-maintenance battery has “MAIN- maintenance. TENANCE FREE BATTERY” on its top. A A When checking the battery, re- maintenance type battery does not have move the ground cable from the...
  • Page 186 Type A Type B GREEN BLUE Good Charging necessary. DARK WHITE Have battery checked by your Toyota dealer. CLEAR or LIGHT Have battery checked YELLOW by your Toyota dealer. NOTICE CHECKING BY THE FLUID LEVEL CHECKING BY THE HYDROMETER Do not refill the battery with water.

  • Page 187: Battery Recharging Precautions

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Battery recharging precautions During recharging, the battery is pro- NOTICE ducing hydrogen gas. Never recharge the battery while the Therefore, before recharging: engine is running. Also, be sure all 1. Maintenance type batteries—Re- accessories are turned off. move the vent plugs. 2.

  • Page 188: Checking And Replacing Fuses

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Type A fuses can be pulled out by using tem. Have your Toyota dealer correct it as the pull-out tool. The location of the pull- soon as possible. out tool is shown in the illustration.

  • Page 189: Adding Washer Fluid

    This fire. product is available at your Toyota dealer and most auto parts stores. Follow the manufacturer’s directions for how much to mix with water.

  • Page 190: Replacing Light Bulbs

    “O” position. Only use a bulb of the listed type. If a gauge reading is not within the accept- able range, have the aiming adjusted by Light bulbs Bulb Type your Toyota dealer. Headlights 9006 (low beam) Headlights 9005 (high beam)
  • Page 191 WWW.MANUALS.WS —Headlights Light bulbs Bulb Type Rear side marker, stop 1157 27/8 and tail lights (coupe) Rear side marker lights (liftback) Rear turn signal lights 1156 Stop and tail lights 1157 27/8 Back-up lights 1156 License plate lights High mounted stoplight Interior lights —...
  • Page 192 1. Loosen the retainer screw and take 2. Turn the cover counterclockwise tor into the mounting hole. out the beam unit. and remove it. Aiming is not necessary after replacing the bulb. When aiming adjustment is nec- essary, contact your Toyota dealer. WWW.MANUALS.WS...
  • Page 193 WWW.MANUALS.WS 3. Disconnect the cords. 4. Release the bulb retaining spring 5. Connect the cords, install the cover and remove the bulb. Install a new and turn it clockwise so that two bulb and the bulb retaining spring. triangle marks are aligned. Plug the connector together.
  • Page 194 WWW.MANUALS.WS —Parking and front turn signal lights —Front side marker lights Use a Phillips-head screwdriver. Use a Phillips-head screwdriver. WWW.MANUALS.WS...
  • Page 195 —Rear side marker, rear turn signal, stop and tail, and back-up WWW.MANUALS.WS lights (coupe and convertible) WWW.MANUALS.WS a: Rear turn signal light c: Stop and tail light b: Rear side marker, d: Back-up light stop and tail light...

  • Page 196: License Plate Lights

    —Rear side marker, rear turn signal, stop and tail, and WWW.MANUALS.WS back-up lights (liftback) —License plate lights Use a Phillips-head screwdriver. WWW.MANUALS.WS a: Rear side marker light c: Stop and tail light b: Rear turn signal light d: Back-up light...
  • Page 197 WWW.MANUALS.WS —High mounted stoplight —High mounted stoplight (coupe) (liftback) WWW.MANUALS.WS...
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  • Page 200: Specifications

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Part 8 SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions and weight Engine Fuel Service specifications Tires Fuses WWW.MANUALS.WS...

  • Page 201: Dimensions And Weight

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Dimensions and weight Coupe Liftback Convertible Overall length mm (in.) 4495 (177.0) 4425 (174.2) 4495 (177.0) Overall width mm (in.) 1750 (68.9) 1750 (68.9) 1750 (68.9) Overall height mm (in.) 1310 (51.6) 1305 (51.4) 1325 (52.2) Wheelbase mm (in.) 2540 (100.0) 2540...

  • Page 202: Service Specifications

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Engine Fuel Service specifications Model: Fuel type: ENGINE 7A-FE and 5S-FE 7A-FE engine—Unleaded gasoline, Valve clearance (engine cold), mm (in.) Research Octane Number 91 (Octane Type: 7A-FE engine Rating 87) or higher 4 cylinder in line, 4 cycle, gasoline Intake 0.15 0.25 (0.006 0.010) 5S-FE engine—Unleaded gasoline,...

  • Page 203: Engine Lubrication

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Drive belt tension measured with Bor- Recommended oil viscosity (SAE): COOLING SYSTEM oughs drive belt tension gauge No. Total capacity, L (qt., Imp.): BT-33-73F (used belt), Ibf: 7A-FE engine 7A-FE engine With manual transaxle 6.1 (6.4, 5.4) Generator belt With automatic transaxle6.6 (7.0, 5.8) 5S-FE engine Power steering pump belt...

  • Page 204: Manual Transaxle

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Charging rates: 5S-FE engine STEERING Non-maintenance battery 5 A max. Automatic transmission Wheel freeplay: Maintenance type battery Fluid capacity (drain and refill), Less than 30 mm (1.2 in.) Quick charge 15 A max. L (qt., Imp. qt.): Power steering fluid type: Slow charge 5 A max.
  • Page 205 WWW.MANUALS.WS Tires Fuses Tire size: Tire pressure, kPa (kgf/cm or bar, psi): Spare tire 185/70R14 88S and P185/70R14 87S U.S.A. Front 200 (2.0, 29) T125/70D16 Rear 200 (2.0, 29) Canada 205/55R15 87V and P205/55R15 87V 7A-FE engine Front 230 (2.3, 33) 185/70R14 88S Rear 230 (2.3, 33)
  • Page 206 WWW.MANUALS.WS SPARE: Spare fuse Fuses (type A) 10 SPARE: Spare fuse AM2 30 A: Starting system 11 SPARE: Spare fuse HAZARD 10A: Emergency flashers 12 ALT-S 7.5 A: Charging system HORN 7.5 A: Horns 13 SRS WRN 7.5 A: SRS airbag warn- Radio NO.120 A: Car audio system ing light ECU-B 15 A: Anti-lock brake sys-...
  • Page 207 WWW.MANUALS.WS transmission system, anti-lock brake Fuses (type B) system 36 RDI 30 A: Electric cooling fan 24 FOG 20 A: Front fog lights 37 CDS 30 A: Electric cooling fan 25 CIG & RAD 15 A: Cigarette lighter, 38 AM1 40 A: Electronic ignition sys- digital clock display, car audio system tem/distributor ignition system 26 IGN 7.5 A: Charging system, dis-...

  • Page 208: Reporting Safety Defects For U.s. Owners And Uniform Tire Quality Grading

    However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. WWW.MANUALS.WS...

  • Page 209: Uniform Tire Quality Grading

    A tire marked C may have poor trac- failure. quality grading. tion performance. Your Toyota dealer will help answer any Warning: The traction grade assigned to questions you may have as you read this this tire is based on braking (straight information.
  • Page 210 −8 WWW.MANUALS.WS Quick index D If a service reminder indicator or warning buzzer comes on ..D If your vehicle will not start ........D If your engine stalls while driving .

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